One of the biggest mistakes that early stage entrepreneurs make is that they try to do too much. The other mistake is assuming that everyone else has the answers. Just like many people, I was once guilty of both. Today I talk about the lessons…

As a business grows it’s important to implement structure, frameworks and mechanics. This doesn’t have to come at the expense of vision; in fact, the structures, frameworks and mechanics implemented should be guided by vision. Business principles can be learned, but heart is what will…

People crave connection and authenticity, so give it to them. A lot of leaders create a manufactured, public image of themselves, but they’d be better off putting the bravado aside. To be a powerful leader, be authentic, come from heart, and show your audience who…

Elon Musk identified early on in his life the five biggest challenges and opportunities he believed the world would face in the future. Today I share my thoughts on what I believe the biggest future challenges will be, and the kind of people the world…

We’re filming from Singapore today, as myself and The Entourage team explore the education scene beyond Australia. Today’s question is appropriately internationally focused: how do you expand a business globally? I share my tips with you all. Do you have a question? Send it through…

Before you launch a new business, product, or service, it’s essential that you test the market; don’t just assume that your product is market ready or that your market is ready for your product . Today I share three easy ways that you can test…

We’re having a bit of fun in today’s episode: the AskJackD Crew ask me what my crime related speciality would be, if I had to be a criminal. Of course, I manage to tie it back to entrepreneurship. Do you have a question? Send it…

In today’s episode I tell the story of how The Entourage got its name. Do you have a question? Send it through via Instagram, Facebook, Snapchat or Twitter. Remember to use the hashtag #AskJackD and I’ll answer it for you.

Today’s question is about business plans: “Was your first business plan original or did you use a template of some sort?” The truth is, I didn’t use a business plan and never have. For most entrepreneurs their path starts with exploration of an idea, or…

Today I’m asked about my thoughts on the expansion and growth of China. For once, I don’t answer the question. It seems that anyone in business is expected to know about and have an opinion on all sorts of economics trends and phenomenons. I disagree,…